Iran's national security commission approves bill to suspend cooperation with IAEA.

Iran's national security commission approves bill to suspend cooperation with IAEA.

Iran's National Security Commission has approved a bill that would suspend the country's cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), according to a statement by Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly (Majlis). The move comes amid heightened tensions between Iran and the IAEA following recent attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities by Israel and the United States [1].

The bill, which seeks to suspend Iran's cooperation with the IAEA, was welcomed by the members of the Majlis. The announcement was made on June 23, 2025, the same day that the IAEA convened an emergency meeting of its Board of Governors in Vienna to discuss the situation in Iran [2].

In his statement, Speaker Qalibaf cited the perceived failures of the IAEA, stating that the agency has not fulfilled any of its obligations and has become a political tool. He emphasized that Iran has no plans for non-peaceful activities but criticized the IAEA for not meeting its responsibilities [1].

The bill's approval comes in response to the recent attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities. On June 22, 2025, the United States carried out military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, prompting Iran to criticize the IAEA and the western powers involved in negotiations over its nuclear energy plans [2].

The IAEA has been closely monitoring the situation in Iran, providing frequent public updates about the damage at various facilities and the potential radiological effects. The agency has emphasized the importance of maximum restraint to avoid further escalation and has expressed its readiness to assist in preventing a nuclear accident [3].

The bill's approval by the National Security Commission is a significant development in the ongoing tensions between Iran and the IAEA. It remains to be seen how this move will impact Iran's nuclear program and its relations with the international community.

References:
[1] https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/irans-parliament-takes-up-bill-to-end-ties-with-iaea/article69728984.ece
[2] https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/world/iaea-calls-emergency-board-meeting-after-us-bombs-iran-nuclear-sites/article69724027.ece
[3] https://risingkashmir.com/continue-to-monitor-assess-situation-regarding-israeli-attacks-on-nuclear-sites-in-iran-iaea-chief-rafael-grossi/